Chapter 4. Customer Support

Chapter 4. Customer Support

4.1Intel Automated Customer Support

You can reach Intel automated support services 24 hours a day, every day at no charge. The services contain the most up-to-date information about Intel products. You can access installation instructions, troubleshooting information, and product information.

4.1.1User Guide on Your Product CD-ROM

For more information about installing drivers or troubleshooting other topics, see the online User Guide. To view the guide, insert the Intel CD in your drive and wait for the Autorun to display. Click the User Guide button to view the guide. Note that a web browser is required to view the guide.

4.1.2Web and Internet Sites

Support:

http://support.intel.com

Network Products: http://www.intel.com/network

Corporate:

http://www.intel.com

Newsgroups:

news://cs.intel.com

FTP Host:

ftp://download.intel.com

FTP Directory:

/support/network/<device>/

4.1.3Customer Support Technicians

U.S. and Canada

For customer support, please call +1 916-377-7000 (7:00 – 17:00 M–F Pacific Time). You can also visit the Intel customer support web site

(http://support.intel.com).

Worldwide Access

Intel has technical support centers worldwide. Many of the centers are staffed by technicians who speak the local languages. For a list of all Intel support centers, the telephone numbers, and the times they are open, refer to the Customer Support Phone Numbers web site (http://www.intel.com/support/9089.htm).

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Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN USB Device Users Guide

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Intel 2011B manual Customer Support Intel Automated Customer Support, Canada, Worldwide Access

2011B specifications

The Intel 2011B socket, also known as LGA 2011B, represents a significant advancement in Intel's line of high-performance processing technology. Primarily designed for server and workstation applications, the 2011B socket provides robust support for Intel's Xeon E5 processors, which deliver exceptional performance for data-intensive tasks.

One of the main features of the 2011B socket is its ability to support multiple processor configurations. This flexibility allows for dual-socket setups, enabling systems to house two processors simultaneously. This capability is essential for applications requiring extensive parallel processing, such as scientific simulations, financial modeling, and high-performance computing.

In terms of memory support, the 2011B socket supports DDR3 memory technology, allowing for efficient data transfer rates and improved overall system performance. The socket can accommodate quad-channel memory architecture, which further enhances memory bandwidth, making it ideal for multi-threaded applications. System architects can leverage this feature to create configurations with higher capacity memory modules, providing an even bigger boost to performance.

Furthermore, Intel's 2011B socket is equipped with support for advanced technologies, including Intel Turbo Boost Technology and Intel Hyper-Threading Technology. Turbo Boost allows processors to dynamically increase their clock speeds when under load, delivering extra performance when it's most needed. Hyper-Threading enables the simultaneous execution of multiple threads per core, effectively doubling the number of threads available to applications, which further increases throughput.

Another notable characteristic of the 2011B platform is its extensive I/O capabilities. The socket supports multiple PCIe lanes, allowing for high-speed connectivity with a variety of peripherals, including graphics cards, storage solutions, and networking devices. This versatility makes the 2011B socket an excellent choice for building modern server and workstation solutions.

Additionally, the Intel 2011B socket is designed with power efficiency in mind, offering features such as Intel Energy Efficient technologies. These improvements enable lower overall power consumption, which can significantly reduce operational costs in large data centers.

In summary, the Intel 2011B socket is a crucial component in the Intel ecosystem, enabling enterprises to harness the power of Xeon E5 processors while providing advanced features for memory, I/O, and processing capabilities. Its versatility and efficiency make it an attractive option for demanding workstation and server applications.